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729 E Bay Street
Charleston SC, 29403
$3,350,000
$334.30 per sqft
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8 Beds
6 Baths
10,021 sqft
Residential
Built in 1859
The Josiah Smith Tennent House stands out as a landmark and is a focal point on the gateway to the city of Charleston. Constructed in 1859, this brick mansion is significant for both its architecture and history. In 1862, it was used as a Confederate hospital called the Soldiers' Relief Home. It has had a variety of uses over the past 150 years, and was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979. In 1993, the city gave the property to a nonprofit, and a major restoration followed, funded by millions in private donations and grants. The renovation received a South Carolina Historic Preservation Award in 2004.Today, this vast mansion with over 10,000 sq. ft of interior space features two wide wrap-around piazzas, giant wrought iron gates, multiple living and dining
areas, 8 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 3 half bathrooms, two kitchens one with a large marble topped island, a small indoor basketball court, sauna, cinema room, and commercial elevator. The front courtyard was known as the Philip Simmons Children's Garden, honoring the master blacksmith. This property has a commercial zoning classification of light industrial, and is subject to several overlay districts. This zoning allows a variety of uses from residential, office, or other. The location, versatility, and size of the property are unique and represent a special opportunity for the next owner.
23000808
MLSⓇ ID
January 11, 2023
Listed
February 22, 2024
Updated
Map
729 E Bay Street
Charleston SC, 29403
Interior Features
Total Stories
4
Bedrooms
8 Beds
Bathrooms
6 Baths
Interior Features
Ceiling - Smooth, High Ceilings, Elevator, Garden Tub/Shower, Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Wet Bar, Wine Cellar, Ceiling Fan(s), Bonus, Eat-in Kitchen, Family, Formal Living, Entrance Foyer, Game, Great, Living/Dining Combo, Media, Office, Other (Use Remarks), Sauna, Separate Dining, Study, Utility
Laundry Description
Laundry Room
Floor Description
Ceramic Tile, Other, Wood
Fireplace
Yes
Fireplace Description
Living Room, One
Cooling
Yes
Cooling Description
Central Air
Heating
No
Exterior/Building Features
Lot Size
0.24 Acres
Exterior Features
Balcony, Elevator Shaft
Architectual Style
Traditional
Sewer
Public Sewer
School Information
High School
Burke
Elementary School
Sanders Clyde
Other Property Details
Area Name
51 - Peninsula Charleston Inside of Crosstown
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Other (Use Remarks)
View
No
County
Charleston
Water Source
Public
Pool
No
Buyer Agency Compensation
2.5%
Courtesy of Maison Real Estate with Leslie Turner,
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